We are pleased to introduce Woo Express: A New method to start an online Store
What is Woo Express?
What is Woo Express? We're glad you asked! This blog post will give an overview of our newest product and will hopefully address any queries you might have.
The quickest way to start the store using
Two Woo Express choices based on the requirements you have
We'll go over the specifics below, but the first point to be aware of is Woo Express is a subscription option for that allows you to start working with your online store right away, comes bundled with a set of extensions essential to your store, as well as being powered by WordPress.com.
The very best of SaaS and open source
Woo created this service because it offers the best combination of an A or B choice software as a services (SaaS) or an open source, standalone application. SaaS choices are subscription websites, like Shopify or Wix. Options that are open-source, such as WordPress with , are free to download and use, as well as the option to purchase.
Woo Express is fundamentally open source, but can be controlled as if it was a SaaS solution -- meaning it is possible to manage your site through a subscription. through .
The benefits of open-source software
It also means that companies are able to create portable backups and use that backup to transfer their website to a new host should they decide that they're not interested in WordPress.com hosting any longer. The website remains the same, and lessens the inconvenience that a migration might cause.
The software that's open source is also believed to be more secure, because the source code is made available in the public domain to allow others to be able to access, read, and improve and modify it. Since there are so many eyes looking at the program, issues can be discovered and corrected faster than other types of software. Also, we are subject to higher standards of code, since weaknesses can be discovered more quickly when code is publicly accessible by anyone in the public domain.
What's different with Woo Express
Woo Express is a version of the WordPress platform that has the most important and useful features installed and pre-configured, and it runs on the cloud infrastructure of WordPress.com, so you don't need to buy a third-party hosting plan as you typically do with WordPress.org. Woo Express is hosted on WordPress.com as well as is bundled with registration for domain names and domain name registration, as well.
Why do you need Woo Express a subscription when it is completely absolutely free?
Woo Express is still the same as the Woo Express plugin, however hosting is included. If you were to add Woo Express to an existing site, you'd need to buy hosting from an outside provider such as Bluehost. When you use Woo Express, that hosting is supplied by us and is the basis for the cost of the subscription.
However, Woo Express is still owned by you You can also use your site backup for switching to another hosting service at any point, which is hard to accomplish using SaaS alternatives like Shopify and Wix.
Benefits of WordPress hosting
We love all of our hosting partners because they are able to power 43% of the internet! But for those of us with less technical skills the process of switching between a hosting provider's website and your WordPress administrator can become complicated and confusing. By using Woo Express, that back-and-forth is eliminated: everything is controlled from your WordPress administrator account. If you're a developer looking for more technical information, check out this article on our blog for developers.
Woo Express with WordPress hosting also offers optimal security features, because it includes Jetpack scan. Jetpack is a subsidiary company to Woo as well as WordPress as well, which is hosted on WordPress.com also. That means that any software updates for security are automatic and are made as quickly as is possible.
The Woo Express trial is free
Find out if Woo Express is for you
Woo Express is best for people who wish to start selling as soon as possible. It offers unmatched flexibility and is fully supported by the complete WordPress ecosystem -- which also supports nearly 43% of the websites around the globe.
Perfect for small and medium sized companies.
Woo Express is great for startups, as well for small and medium-sized companies seeking to switch to a platform that is more adaptable.
Grow your business by using Woo Express.
Woo Express is a great option for scaling into a massive store, as everything about it is flexible, from features and functionality to hosting, security, and customer support. As you grow you will find a wealth of learning and development resources: community forums, WordPress-focused blog sites, Woo Experts, and Woo help. Our third-party plugins and extensions also provide support for their products too.
Great for test driving Woo with customers
If you develop WordPress websites and websites, the 14-day trial period for Woo Express can be used to offer your customers an experience without needing to commit time to initial creation. It is easy to set up a store -- complete with the essential features of e-commerceat no cost, and let your customers experience WordPress and themselves.
If your customers decide to use Woo, you'll benefit from the price savings resulting from bundle extensions. The reasons are explained in the following article.
What's included with Woo Express
Woo Express comes with a collection of extensions carefully curated by and have been developed by and some of our most important collaborators. Each of the extensions has been designed to work in conjunction and are regularly up-to-date. With Woo Express the updates are automatically applied, meaning you don't have to worry about maintaining and manually updating your plugins and extensions.
Priority support
Priority support is reserved for Woo Express users, and Woo customers who have bought an extension. Any issues or questions you have are addressed first through our support queue and you can work with a real person via chat or via email when you require assistance.
Premium Block Themes
The brand new Site Editor available in WordPress means you can make a stunning shop without having to edit the code. The new site editor is available in Woo Express, which is available on WordPress.com the new store designs come with the theme Tsubaki theme, the latest block theme created for . There are also four block themes to choose from and a range of styles to find which one best fits your preferences.
Woo Express features and functionality
Woo Express offers a large range of features straight out of the box that will help you set up your items, shipping, taxes and analytics, emails and employee accounts, to name a few. Through Woo Express you are able to:
- You can fine-tune the design of your website with no coding.
- You can create unlimited numbers of items and services.
- We offer a flat rate for local pickup, free shipping, and live-rate shipping options.
- Send automated messages to customers about abandoned carts or birthdays and much more.
- You can customize your cart's check-out experience.
- Sell on the most popular social media platforms
Extensions that are part of a Woo Express subscription
One of the major differences between and Woo Express is the bundle of extensions that is offered with the Woo Express subscription. Extensions add additional features that are purchased separately and then added to your site. The extensions available with Woo Express are:
Giving more features to your Woo Express store
Users of paid plans have access to any extension available on the Woo Marketplace as well as install other compatible extensions or WordPress plugins outside of the Marketplace.
What is the location of Woo Express available?
Woo Express is available everywhere WordPress.com is provided.
Launch your Woo Express store today
You can do it that easy and quick. Sign up to an account on Woo Express account today and begin building your store immediately.
Have additional questions? There are a variety of resources to assist you: